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i meant replace the switch cable as its in the wall behind the units the light says ' this unit MUST be earthed' so i can just connect a new 'sleeved' earth cable from the junction box to the light fitting? even if its a different circuit? i suppose it all goes to the same place eventually.

i've just removed the downstairs kitchen light (metal 4 spot thing) and realised there is no earth connection. i appreciate this is potentially dangerous. also there is no earth connection to the switch (plastic) can i steal an earth from another cable (upstairs lighting circuit runs near the...

is this stuff any good? my bathroom which was two rooms has a pitched ceiling, one half is rough artex, the other smooth plaster. I need to smooth the ceiling. is the smooth over paint any good and easy to use? i've thought about plasterboarding the ceiling but i cant figure out where the...